That all changed to were the banks started requiring skin in the game and they were not going to go way out on a limb with Spec loans.. 

Can HVAC specialist certify that this HVAC system can run for additional X years?

Without money (skin in the game) you can't do much.

They have more skin in the game then you do.Make sure you get clear title.

However, there's more than one way to skin a cat, as they say.If these are currently occupied rental properties then you could hire a manager to help with a number of them, and then take those back and self-manage in the years to come if you'd prefer that. 

I think a private lender would be more comfortable in first position with 70% LTV, maybe 80 if you're lucky, especially at that low of a price point but most will want you to have skin in the game as a pure rental play.

When the property is sold, depending on the timeline and exit strategy exit will determine the split of property when sold.To spread and address risk we will have a team of licensed specialists.

So I see it as a familiarity issue with the RE industry.For example, in syndications, I see sponsors contribute a large sum themselves to depict they have skin in the game, but do not reveal that they are collecting a higher amount as fees at closing.

I'm a Section 8 specialist, here's what I do and have done in the past.Notifytenants - we'll no longer pick up rent. 

While the market is strong and competitive, I see a lot of properties not marketed well or in need of a specialist to take on a project.